Paneer Pulao
Recipe Summary
- A flavorful and aromatic Indian rice dish made with basmati rice, paneer (Indian cheese), and a medley of vegetables like peas and potatoes, seasoned with aromatic spices. This one-pot meal is perfect for lunch or dinner.
All Ingredients - Main Ingredients
- Oil 2 tbsp
- Cashew nuts 5-6
- Anise Star 2
- Cumin seeds 1 tsp
- Clove 3
- Cardamom 2
- Black Cardamom 1
- Cinnamon sticks 2
- Bay leaf 1
- Onion 1 medium size
- Red Chili 2
- Garlic & Ginger paste 1 tsp
- Green Chili 3
- Tomato 2 medium size
- Potato 1
- Peas 1/2 cup
- Chili powder 1 tsp
- Salt 1 tsp
- Soaked Basmati Rice 2 cup
- Coriander leaves 2 tbsp
- Garam Masala Powder 1/2 tsp
- Water 3 cup
- Oil (for frying paneer) 1/4 cup
- Paneer 250 gm
⚠ Contains Allergens
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Base Spices and Aromatics
Add 2 tablespoons of oil to a pot. Once hot, add 5-6 cashew nuts and fry for until they turn light golden brown. Then, add 2 Anise Stars, 1 teaspoon of cumin seeds, 3 cloves, 2 green cardamoms, 1 black cardamom, 2 cinnamon sticks, and 1 bay leaf. Cook for , stirring constantly.
Step 2: Sauté Onions and Aromatics
Add 1 medium-sized chopped onion to the pot and fry until it turns golden brown. Next, add 2 dried red chilies and 1 teaspoon of garlic and ginger paste. Continue to fry for a short while until fragrant.
Step 3: Add Vegetables and Seasonings
Introduce 3 green chilies, 2 medium-sized chopped tomatoes, 1 diced potato, and 1/2 cup of green peas to the pot. Add 1 teaspoon of chili powder and 1 teaspoon of salt. Mix all the ingredients well and cook for .
Step 4: Cook Vegetables
Cover the pot with a lid and let the vegetables cook for until they are slightly tender.
Step 5: Incorporate Rice and Spices
Add 2 cups of soaked basmati rice, 2 tablespoons of fresh coriander leaves, and 1/2 teaspoon of garam masala powder to the pot. Gently mix everything together.
Step 6: Add Water and Initial Cooking
Pour in 3 cups of water and stir gently to combine. Bring the mixture to a boil and cook on high flame for .
Step 7: Fry Paneer
In a separate pan, heat 1/4 cup of oil. Add 250 grams of paneer cubes and fry until they are light golden brown on all sides. Remove the fried paneer from the pan and set aside.
Step 8: Combine Paneer and Finish Cooking
Once the rice is approximately 80% cooked and most of the water has been absorbed, add the fried paneer cubes to the pot. Cover the pot and cook on a low flame for until the rice is fully cooked and fluffy.
Step 9: Serve Paneer Pulao
Gently fluff the paneer pulao with a spoon and serve hot.
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